Grilled Lemony Corn on the Cob
Elevate your summer grilling game with this irresistible Grilled Lemony Corn on the Cob! This quick and easy recipe takes fresh, sweet corn and infuses it with the vibrant flavors of lemon, garlic, and buttery goodness. Perfectly grilled to tender, smoky perfection with a hint of char, each ear is brushed with a luscious lemon-butter glaze that truly enhances its natural sweetness. A sprinkle of parsley adds a fresh, herbaceous finish, while serving with lemon wedges amps up the citrusy zing. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a mouthwatering side for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Say goodbye to plain corn and hello to a zesty, crowd-pleasing twist on a classic summer favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks removed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove g arlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside half the mixture for serving.
Brush each ear of corn with the remaining lemon-butter mixture until evenly coated.
Place the corn directly on the preheated grill grates. Cook for 12–15 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes, until the corn is tender and slightly charred on all sides.
Once the corn is grilled, transfer it to a serving platter and brush with the reserved lemon-butter mixture.
Optional: Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.8 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1248 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1212 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
